In honor of our Rav and Dean,

Rabbi Elazar M. Teitz and Rabbanit Elisheva Teitz

Your commitment and dedication to the Jewish Educational Center is surpassed only by your love of Torah and desire to spread Hashem's word.

 

May Hashem bless you both with arichas yamim v'shanim and grant you continued nachas from your amazing family as well as all of those you lead and inspire.

 

With reverence, appreciation and affection,

 

The Jewish Educational Center Board of Trustees

Mazal Tov to all of the Honorees

 

Our alumni who are serving in the IDF,

Mrs. Alitta Irwin,

Mrs. Rhonda Weinraub

 

Thank you for all that you do for the students, parents, faculty, staff and the greater community we serve.

 

The Jewish Educational Center Board of Trustees

Thank you to the entire Jewish Educational Center team for your tireless dedication and continued commitment to the joyfully pursuit of excellence.

 

Special thanks to our outstanding principals, Rabbi Uzi Beer, Rabbi Ami Neuman and Dr. Bethany Strulowitz. 

You lead with care, compassion and competence.

 

Special thanks to our community rabbonim,

Rabbi Avraham Herman & Rabbi Dr. Jonathan Schwartz for their steadfast leadership and commitment to Torah.

 

The Jewish Educational Center Board of Trustees

In memory of our beloved parents 
Arie and Eva Halpern z"l, 
whose commitment to the JEC knew no bounds

and who built a home imbued with Jewish life and learning.

Their lives will always be an inspiration to us.

Arie and Eva Halpern Family Foundation 
Ben & Susan Stein 
Bella and George Savran 
Shelley & Josef Paradis 
Henry & Sherry Stein 
Nanette & Arthur Brenner

Mazal Tov to the honorees!

 

 

In loving memory of our founding partners

Isak & Sally Levenstein,  ע"ה
Murray & Lucy Pantirer,  ע"ה

Abraham & Millie Zuckerman,  ע"ה
 
The Zuckerman Family
Rella Feldman & Family

The Pantirer Family

In memory of our beloved parents

 

Beatrice and Leonard Diener

 

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Mazel Tov to the honorees and may Hashem watch over and protect our alumni serving in the IDF, who bravely represent our deep devotion to Israel.

 

 

 

In loving memory of

 

Harry C. Wilf,  ע"ה

Judith Wilf,  ע"ה

 

 

 

Mazel Tov to the Honorees

 

 

 

 

 

 

Gladys Halpern & Family

Mazel Tov to 

JEC's Alumni Serving in the IDF,

Mrs. Alitta Irwin, and

Mrs. Rhonda Weinraub

for all they have done for the JEC

 

Claire and Danny Kahane

Tammy, Jason, Gabrielle,
Maya and James Kahane

Stephanie, Richard, Jordan,
Amanda and Alexander Pomerantz

 

הוקדש לזכר

 

אחינו

ששה מיליון נשמות

הקדושים שנרצחו

הי"ד על קדושת השם

 

ולע"נ

 

חללי צבא הגנה לישראל

וכל כוחות הביטחון

שנפלו על קידוש השם

 

 

 

Mazel Tov to the Honorees

 

Mazel Tov to

Our alumni serving in the IDF

We take pride in your service to K'lal Yisrael & selfless dedication to Am Yisrael

Mrs. Alitta Irwin

A loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother who serves a role model for family values, Judaism and Zionism

Mrs. Rhonda Weinraub 

who passionately and energetically draws in students and unlocks their potential

 

Mazel Tov to

 

Our Alumni Serving in the IDF

Mrs. Alitta Irwin

Mrs. Rhonda Weinraub

 

Thank you for all you do to benefit the JEC.

 

Congratulations to Alitta Irwin on this well-deserved honor! Your lifetime of dedication to Jewish education, commitment to Zionism, and unwavering acts of kindness exemplify the true spirit of our community. Your love and guidance have touched the lives of many, shaping generations with your wisdom and warmth. Your legacy of love, family values, and devotion to Jewish traditions will continue to inspire us for years to come. Mazel tov on this special recognition, and may you continue to be a shining light for your children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and all who have had the privilege to know you. Sincerely Terry Walzman, Sheri and Lieber Schachter and family, Atara Walzman, Alexander Walzman, Daniel and Sara Walzman and family and Jonathan and Yaffa Walzman and family

 

Mazel Tov to all the honorees, and gratitude to our brave Alumni serving in the IDF! 

 

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Mazel tov to all our honorees.  You are leaders in our community, amongst our faculty and for all of klal yisrael. Thank you for everything you do to support the JEC, our students and our families.

 

In loving memory of our dear brother 

R' Ari Landa z"l

A true talmid chacham and renaissance man whose towering intellect, lively smile, broad interests, engaging personality and genuine warmth enlightened our lives and illuminated our world.  A man of deep faith and strong values, Ari lived a life of emes and built a beautiful family that carries his legacy.

 

 

Mazel Tov to all the honorees and congratulations to the Jewish Educational Center on its 83rd Annual Gala!

 

 

Mazel Tov to all the honorees!

 

Mrs. Irwin-
Wishing you continued nachas from all of our family

Mazal Tov

 

We are so proud of our Alumni IDF soldiers and thank you for all that you do.  Our tefillot for your safety and your success are with you constantly.

 

 

With gratitude to Hashem,

We salute our parents and grandparents 

Elizabeth   שתחיה

& Joseph Wilf,   ע"ה

We are eternally grateful for their love,

guidance and wisdom.

 

Zygi & Audrey, Mark & Jane,

Jason, Cori,

Jonathan, Rachel, Elana, Brett

Stephanie, Jeffrey, Steven,

Daniel &Tara, Rachel & Andrew

 

Mazel Tov to the Jewish Educational Center

on 83 years of providing an excellent education

for generations of young people.

 

With appreciation, respect and gratitude to the honorees:

Our alumni serving in the IDF,

Mrs. Rhonda Weinraub, and
Mrs. Alitta Irwin

 

Elizabeth Wilf

Audrey and Zygi Wilf, Jane and Mark Wilf

and Family

 

In honor of our brave chayalim who are being moser nefesh for the Jewish People and the Jewish State. 

 

May Hashem protect you, grant you successful and safe missions, and may He speedily return you strong and healthy to your loving families.

 

Mazel Tov to all the honorees!

May we continue to celebrate together.

 

בשכר נשים צדקניות שבאותו הדור נגאלו ישראל ממצרים

Alitta Irwin sets her own righteous path and it is lined with family and those who feel like family, with deep convictions, with the will, energy and drive to make a difference and with a love of Israel.  We honor her with all our hearts.

 

Rhnonda Weinraub creates the path for students every day with humility and commitment.  She is a role model for so many.  Mazal Tov!

מי שברך אבותינו אברהם יצחק ויעקב הוא יברך את חילי צבא הגנה לישראל

With our deep gratitude towards all who are fighting to protect our homeland and in deep hope that the hostages will be returned to their families.

 

With great appreciation for those who make JEC and Bruriah what it is today.

In memory of

Dr. Joel Manzon a"h

The revered and loved patriarch of an outstanding family committed to Klal Yisrael, Toras Yisrael and Eretz Yisrael.

 

His spirit, kindness, generosity, and unwavering commitment to family and community are examples for us all to emulate.

 

With love and affection for Mrs. Francine Manzon and the entire Elk, Ness, Sapeika and Manzon family,

 

Your Hillside Friends and Family

 

Congratulations to Alitta Irwin and her wonderful family on this well deserved honor!

 

 

Mazel Tov to all the honorees!

 

 

Thank you to all of our JEC Chayalim especially our

Michael and Eytan Meyersdorf.

 

Mazel Tov to Mrs. Irwin on being Great Grandparent of the year. You should continue to shep nachas from and see the growth of your beautiful family.

 

 

With Affection and Admiration for Rav Elazar Mayer and Elisheva Teitz and for Rav Jonathan and Tammy Schwartz who have been part of our lives for so long.

 

Mazel Tov to all the Honorees and Kol Hakovod to our former students who have served or are currently serving in the IDF.

 

 

Congratulations to the Jewish Educational Center.

 

 

Mazel Tov to Mrs. Rhonda Weinreb who shows caring and dedication in her interaction with all her students.

 

With heartfelt hakarat hatov to the wonderful administration, teachers, and staff who make Bruriah the warm, growth-oriented, Makom Torah that it is.

 

 

 

Mazel Tov to all the honorees!

 

The Badrian Family

 

Mazel Tov to all the honorees!

 

The Borgen Family

 

Mazel Tov to all the honorees!

 

 

Mazel Tov to all the honorees!

 

 

Mazel Tov to all the honorees!

 

 

Mazel Tov to all the honorees!

 

 

 

Mazel Tov to all the honorees!

 

 

 

Mazel Tov to all the honorees!

 

Mazel Tov Savta Litty on this special recognition.

You and Sabba Abe instilled in us the love of family,

the significance of Jewish identity and the land of Israel,

the importance of Tzedaka and the value of education.

 

Our family's connection to the JEC and commitment to Jewish education spans three generations and is a testament to your values and legacy.

 

With lots of love,

 

Elana & Nachi

Jacob, Ezra, Yonatan, JJ, Eli

 

Thank you to the chayalim for your service.

 

Mazal tov to the honorees!

 

 

Congratulations to our honorees who have built a legacy that has and will continue to last for generations.

 

May we continue to go from strength to strength as a community, as a kehilla, and as Am Yisrael.

 

Mazal Tov!

 

 

Mazel Tov to all the honorees!

 

 

Mazel Tov to all the honorees!

 

 

 

Mazel Tov to all the honorees!

 

 

 

Mazel Tov to all the honorees!

 

The Gilbert Family

 

Mazel Tov to all the honorees!

 

 

 

Mazal Tov to all the deserving honorees!

 

Special thanks to Mrs. Rhonda Weinraub for making our first year in Bruriah such an amazing experience!

 

 

 

Mazel Tov to all the honorees!

 

 

 

Mazal Tov to the Honorees!

 

 

 

Mazel Tov to all the honorees!

 

 

 

Mazel Tov to all the honorees!

 

 

Congratulations to the Jewish Educational Center

and all of the Honorees!

 

 

Mazel Tov to all the honorees!

 

 

 

Congratulations to the Jewish Educational Center.

 

 

In honor of the dedicated chayalim and members of the IDF

 

 

 

Mazal tov to all the honorees

and thank you to JEC for all they do for our children!

 

 

Mazel tov to all the Honorees of the 83rd Annual JEC Gala.

 

Special Mazel Tov to Mrs Alitta Irwin, Great Grandparent of the year and mother of our dear friends Shari and Herb Faleck for her tireless devotion and commitment to the Jewish Community.  May you all be zoche to go mechayil el Chayil.

 

We remain grateful for the education our three children received at the JEC.

 

 

Mazel Tov to all the honorees!

 

 

Dear Rhonda, Mazal tov on this honor!

 

We cannot think of anyone more deserving of being recognized for their incredible work! You direct the Resource Room with wisdom, dedication, and care, ensuring that every student and faculty member receives the attention and tools she needs to succeed. Thank you for always being available and attentive. It is truly a privilege to learn from you and work with you.

 

With many wishes for continued health and success,

 

 

Mazel Tov to all the honorees!

 

 

With gratitude to the chayalim and chayalot for defending the Jewish people, and their families who support them, 

 

and Rabbi Yosef Carlebach and Mrs. Colleen King

for their dedication and excellent education they are providing Meir this year.

 

 

Mazel Tov to all the honorees!

 

 

Mazel Tov to all the honorees!

 

 

 

Congratulations to the Jewish Educational Center.

 

 

Mazal Tov to all the honorees.

 

With much love to Mrs. Alitta Irwin who holds a very special place in our hearts and who has produced generations of life-long friends!

 

 

Mazel Tov to all the honorees!

 

 

 

Mazel Tov to all the honorees!

 

 

 

Mazal Tov to the Honorees!

 

 

Mazel Tov to all the honorees!

 

To our dear aunt, great-aunt, and great-great-aunt Alitta,

 

We love you, admire you, respect you, are in awe of you, marvel at your energy, and most importantly grateful for your wisdom, love, advice, kindness, talent and positivity!

 

Mazal Tov from just a few of your biggest fans,

 

Dassie and Jeff Smulevitz

Ayelet, Tamar and Izzy

Jill and Mark Rosalimsky

 

Mazel Tov to all the honorees!

 

 

Mazal tov to Mrs. Rhonda Weinraub on this well-deserved honor! Rhonda, your leadership has genuinely transformed the lives of our students. You've set a high standard by creating a supportive and inclusive environment, and you are a role model for everyone at Bruriah - teachers and students alike, always leading by example. We are so grateful for your invaluable insights and dedication. Thank you for everything you've done to make Bruriah such a special place.

 

With heartfelt appreciation, respect, and admiration,

 

 

Mazel Tov to all the honorees!

 

 

Thank you to Morah Ruthie, Morah Engel and Morah Gila for taking such great care of Chasya everyday.

 

Thank you to Morah Britt, Morah Devorah, Mrs Cantor and Morah Erika for nurturing and teaching Sara this year.

 

Thank you to all the JEC staff for creating a warm and loving environment for our children every day.

 

 
 

 

Mazel Tov to all the honorees!

 

To our dearest Rhonda,

There are no words to truly express how much we appreciate you as being part of the Bruriah family. While you have been part of the Bruriah family for sixteen years, you start each day and each year as if it is your first, with enthusiasm, care, and excitement. Your dedication to each student and to your work shines through and is seen by everyone. Your passion for teaching, not just the students but us, the teachers, as well, makes a difference in Bruriah's mission to educate. You continue to go above and beyond to make sure that each student has what they need in order to succeed and your unwavering support inspires us all. This honor is greatly deserved, and we cannot think of a better person to receive it. 

With much love,

Your Bruriah Family

 

Mazel Tov to all the honorees!

 

 

Congratulations to the Jewish Educational Center.

 

The Zoldan Family

 

Congratulations to the Jewish Educational Center

and all of the honorees!

 

 

Mazal Tov to Alitta Irwin and Rhonda Weinraub, two Matriarchs of wonderful families who have been friends of ours for decades!

 

 

Mazel Tov Great Grandma Irwin

 

May Hashem continue to bless you for all you do for your family!

 

 

 

Congratulations to the Jewish Educational Center

and all of the honorees!

 

Mazal Tov to all of the honorees

 

 

Mazel Tov Alitta!

 

All our love,

 

Mazel Tov to all the honorees!

 

 

Mazal Tov Rhonda!!!

 

Thank you for all your guidance these past few years.

 

With Much Gratitude,

 

 

Hakarat Hatov to JEC for an excellent education to our now alumni children and for being a foundation for our Elizabeth Community

 

 

Mazel Tov to all the honorees!

 

 

Kol hakavod to our chayalim.

May Hashem protect you and grant you success.

 

 

In honor of Mrs. Rhonda Weinreb.

 

Thank you for everything you do for the students!

 

 

To our Mother From Another Brother!!

 

A well deserved honor!!

 

Mazal Tov

 

 

Congratulations to the JEC

 

Alan M. Hirschman MD (RTMA 1965) & Francine Hirschman (Teacher Bruriah, 1972-1976)

 

Congratulations to the Jewish Educational Center.

 

 

In honor of our son, Eytan Meir-Meyersdorf and all

of the other JEC alumni chayalim and all of the chayalim.

 

Todah to you and your families who hold down the fort while

you are bravely fighting for Am Yisrael. 

ה׳ ישמר עליכם.

 

May He bring Mashiach now, please.

 

 

Mazal Tov Rhonda!

 

Wishing you good health, nachas, and many productive years to come, b'ez"H. You're indispensable!

 

Mazal Tov to Mrs. Rhonda Weinraub

on this well deserved honor!

 

Warmly,

 

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